Film Base Manufacturing Worker (For Magnetic Tape, Movies and Photos)
フィルムベースせいぞうこう（じきテープ、えいが・しゃしんよう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Occupation of manufacturing film bases, which serve as base materials for magnetic tapes and films for movies and photos. Manages processes such as melting and extrusion of polymer raw materials, calendering, coating, and drying.
Description
Film base manufacturing workers melt polymer raw materials and perform extrusion molding, followed by cooling and stretching, then calendering or coating to create film base materials with the specified thickness and strength. They handle machine operations on the production line, temperature and speed control, quality inspections, slit processing, and winding, while maintaining the physical properties and dimensional accuracy of the products. When issues arise, they investigate the causes, perform machine maintenance, and propose process improvements.
Future Outlook
Film base manufacturing demand is declining due to the progress of digitalization, but there is continued demand in niche markets such as magnetic tapes for archiving and high-quality films for movies and photos. Labor-saving and automation technologies, as well as development of high-function materials, will be key in the future.
Personality Traits
Cooperative / Meticulous / Patient / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Operator → Team Leader → Process Manager → Production Engineering Engineer → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Calendering / Coating Machine Operation / Extrusion Molding Machine Operation / Machine Maintenance / Production Data Recording and Reporting / Quality Inspection (Appearance and Dimensions)
Recommended Skills
Clean Room Work / PLC Control / Process Improvement / Safety and Health Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because detection of minute defects and management of dimensional accuracy are required. |
| Problem Solving | Because it is necessary to quickly identify causes during production line troubles or quality defects. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because precision in prescribed processes is emphasized over creative idea generation. |
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